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Celebrating the 4th of July
Celebrating the 4th of July I lived in the little town of Harrisburg, North Carolina, for about 16 years. For as long as I can remember, every summer I looked forward to the annual 4th of July parade that took over one side of the street through town. I would get up early on a…
Read MoreLive Outdoors: Bald Head Island
There’s a place called Bald Head Island just two miles across the Cape Fear River, where mainland life is left behind for a while. Transportation goes from cars and buses to golf carts, bicycles, and your own two feet. Fourteen miles of pristine beach wait to greet you, and you can play golf by the sea. It’s the site of Old Baldy, the oldest standing lighthouse in North Carolina. Bald Head Island is a place where there’s an abundance of outdoor activities, a place where you want to live your life outside.
Read MoreInvasion of the Nectar Snatchers
Invasion of the Nectar Snatchers Last week the text message I had been waiting for finally came in.Ā āGregorio is back!āĀ It was from my wife, who was telling me that the hummingbirds had made their first appearance.Ā Gregorio the Green is her pet name for the beautiful Ruby Throated Hummingbirds (A. colubris) that grace…
Read MoreTreasure Hunting on the Southern Coasts
Adventure Awaits! The paper is thick, and brown with age. It has been rolled and hidden for safekeeping for so long that when uncurled, it needs the weight of something heavy to keep it flat. The edges are torn and jagged. The only markings on the paper are long lines, all leading to a particular…
Read MoreGift Ideas for Dad this Father’s Day
While he would appreciate breakfast in bed, that might not be exactly what he is thinking of for his special day. Doing things for him such as cutting the grass, taking the trash and recycling out, or fixing that leaky faucet are probably more along the lines he is thinking on.
Read More50 Must See Travel Destinations
The editor’s of Ideal Living magazine have chosen 50 fabulous destinations for travel. Following are five of them, click here to read the entire article.Ā Harbor Island Light House in Hilton Head Fantastic views as well as an interesting history lesson on everything from early inhabitants of the island to plantation life, the Civil War…
Read MoreSt. Augustine: Being Young in the Oldest City
St. Augustine: Being Young in the Oldest City Florida has a lot to offer those who find themselves in the Sunshine State. From their juicy oranges and Disney World, to the beautiful beaches and tropical climate, Florida has it all. It even has the oldest city in the United States, St. Augustine. The city was…
Read MoreMusic from the Movies, NC Symphony Style
Sundays are a day for relaxation. No matter how much sleep you got the night before, or how busy you were the entire weekend, Sundays are just lazy days.
Read MoreRemembering on Memorial Day
Remembering on Memorial Day The next holiday on our calendars is Memorial Day, so big plans for the weekend are a must. In Charlotte, North Carolina, people are gearing up for the Coca-Cola 600, the big May race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Race fans from all over have pitched their tents or are camping out…
Read MoreA RC Cola and a MoonPie: A Southern Tradition
A RC Cola and a MoonPie: A Southern Tradition āGive me a RC Cola and a MoonPie Iām playinā Maple on the hill Iāll catch that freight train on the blind Leave my corn down at the mill āCause I sold my calf for a dollar and half So Brother, I can pay the bill…
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